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Events
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Student Art Show
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesOn view for one weekend only in the Glass House Conservatory, an exhibition of student work created in the Homeschool Art Program at Lasdon Public Gardens. register now
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Grasslands Restoration Tour
Croton Point Park 1 Croton Point Avenue, Croton-On-Hudson, NY, United StatesLearn the history of the Croton Point grassland creation and view the many birds, insects, and native plants that live there on this walk and talk. Meet at the parking lot by the RV park.
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PUPPY YOGA
Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY, United StatesPuppy Yoga returns to Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla! Participate in a yoga class that combines wellness and puppy love for a paws-itively calming and happy experience. Bring your own mat. Registration required; $50 per person. Sponsored by Robison. Puppies are part of the program; please do not bring yours. BUY TICKETS
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Fairytales & Trails!
Marshlands Conservancy 220 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY, United StatesYou know the woodland fairies are out there, but where do they live? What do they do all day? Master Storyteller Jonathan Kruk knows, and he has tales and legends to tell! Join us for this enchanted walk along the forested trails. Maybe you’ll see fairy houses hidden amongst the trees! Parking is limited so […]
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We Luv Dinosaurs!
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesCalling dinosaur lovers to celebrate National Dinosaur Day by baking Dino Sugar cookies, making Lasdon's unique Paleo-pouch for holding fossil treasures and taking a special hands-on tour of the Dino trail that includes touching real dino poo! 6 children max. Ages 5 years old and up. Registration required at lasdonpublicgardens.org. Registration ends May 29. Fee: […]
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Cranberry Lake Adventure!
Go on a self-guided adventure through Cranberry Lake to find different species throughout the preserve, and “catch” them all! Young Trainers will learn the tools needed to identify and catalog their findings while out on your route. Come back to the nature center after your adventure to collect your badge!
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Vendor Village
Featuring: Local Vendors, New Merchandise, Live Music, Food Trucks, Free Admission and Parking. Vendor Inquiries please E-mail: 914popups@gmail.com
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Merestead Woodland Walk
Merestead 455 Byram Lake Road, Mt. Kisco, NY, United StatesMerestead’s diverse trees, ferns, mushrooms, wildflowers, and birds are the focus on this stroll down wooded paths. Meet at the carriage house parking area on the south side of 455 Byram Lake Road in Mount Kisco. All ages welcome.
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Volunteer Work Project- Painting of Certain Areas
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesCome help beautify some of our structures for the summer. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools will be provided. Great for service credit hours.
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The 47th Annual Polish Heritage Festival
Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY, United StatesThe festival will showcase Polish-American cultural exhibits, polka music, kids’ activities, and vendors selling authentic Polish crafts and food. The 2025 Polish Parade Marshal, Miss Polonia and Junior Miss Polonia will also be there! The festivals will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for sitting on the lawn. […]
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“What’s Blooming Now?”
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesJoin us for our "What's Blooming Now"? Series! This month we will focus on baby animals and their nests. Learn about baby animals and the amazing nests and shelters that keep them safe. A fun and educational look at spring wildlife for all ages!
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First Monday Bird Walk
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesCome to the farm for an early morning bird walk with Anne Swaim of Saw Mill River Audubon. Wear sturdy shoes and bring binoculars. The walk leaves from the parking lot. While this guided walk is free, registration is required. register now
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First Wednesday’s Bird Walk
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesJoin the Bedford Audubon Society at Hilltop for the first Wednesday of each month! Birders of all levels are welcome on this exploration of the farm through various habitats to catch a view of our winged friends.
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Ecotherapy: The Benefits of Nature
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesEcotheraphy, also called nature therapy, focuses on improving mental and physical wellbeing through outdoor activities. Master Naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead the guided walk to different areas of Lasdon that will be explored as nature and its benefits are experienced up close. All participants should be prepared to walk, wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Bring […]
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Birding for Beginners
Marshlands Conservancy 220 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY, United StatesFor anyone interested in birdwatching, this is a great way to learn some basics. Bring binoculars. Led by Chris Mignone.
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Mount Vernon Bird Day
Willson's Woods Park 8 Bradford Road, Mount Vernon, NY, United StatesLearn about birds in the neighborhood with a nature scavenger hunt, bird walks by the river, various hands-on activity stations and a live bird demonstration. Live Bird Demo from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. by Greenburgh Nature Center. Enter to win a paid of binoculars. Free; rain or shine. Sponsored by Bronx River - Sound […]
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National Trails Day Family Friendly Stewardship Hike
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesJoin us on National Trails Day to explore a trail at Lasdon with the eyes of a steward. We will introduce tools, and plants that need management and planting, and invite participants to help leave the trails better than we found them. Bring a picnic to enjoy afterwards. Recommended for ages 4 and up.
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Invasive Plants & How You Can Help!
Croton Point Park 1A Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, United StatesVolunteer and join Parks staff to learn about our local invasive plants and pitch in to manage them.
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Old Time Music Jam
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesThe Old Time Music Jam is a monthly gathering of local, acoustic musicians who play traditional Appalachian fiddle music. Come to play or just to listen and enjoy the community music can create! Musicians of all levels are welcome.
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The 29th Annual Asian-American Heritage Festival
Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY, United StatesThe celebration will showcase Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Thai and Indonesian cultures with live songs, dances, musical performances, ethnic foods, Asian arts and cultural exhibits, and Chinese paper cutting and origami. There will also be children’s entertainment, balloon sculptures, games and face painting. The festival will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets […]
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Mini Scientist Saturday
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesJoin us this month for "Owl Pellet Lab"! Today we will dissect what owls couldn’t digest. Ages 5-12
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Albanian Heritage Day
Kensico Dam Park 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY, United StatesThis festival will feature Albanian cuisine, beverages, dancing and a variety of sports. The event will also include live performances and children from the Mother Tereza Center. DJ Geni will play lively traditional music from all regions of Albania. The festival will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs […]
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Animal Interactions
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesEnter one of Muscoot Farm's enclosures where you will see, touch, and learn more about an animal of the farmer’s choice! Available only to those ages 8+ with pre-registration required online; tickets are $25 for a group of two (one adult, one child as adult supervision is required, or two adults). Please meet at the […]
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Monthly Meditation: Nature-Based Mindfulness for Tranquility and Renewal
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesEach month, enjoy the peace of early evening amongst the fields and woodlands of Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center. In the company of fellow nature lovers, explore nature-based mindfulness practices that remind us of our innate connection to the earth and offer support, perspective, delight, and ease. Practices will include seated meditation, mindful walking, […]
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All programs are subject to change without notice.